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Psychologist vs Social Worker: The Differences You Need to Know

Social Work Haven

Well, it is vital to note the difference between psychology and social work because they both seek to help individuals in different ways. Whereas psychology focuses primarily on understanding and exploring the inner workings of people’s minds, social work focuses more on helping people with their daily life issues.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges.

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Review: 101 Careers in Social Work - Third Edition (2019)

Michigan Girl's Café

Department of Labor New resources (books, essays, films and websites) for additional career exploration The book begins with dispelling myths about the social work profession and how it is different from related fields and disciplines, such as psychology, sociology and counseling.

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News Items – June 24, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Psychology Today. We can all help social workers and clients by contacting our Senators and urging them to co-sponsor the Improving Access to Mental Health Act and include the bill in the forthcoming Senate mental health package, but more on that later. The event also focused on providing mental health resources.

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19 Essential Social Work Practice Skills You Should Work on Refining Now

Social Work Haven

Advocacy and Community Organising 10.Research Advocacy and Community Organising, 10. Advocacy and Community Organising Social workers must be able to advocate for their clients in a way that respects their autonomy and dignity. Critical thinking skills 2.Conflict Conflict resolution skills 3.Decision Decision making skills 4.Problem-solving

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News Items – April 8, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Melissa Webb is a member: 40 Under 40: Melissa Webb, LCSW, Clinical Director, Red Rock Psychological Health. Melissa Webb is on a mission to treat, educate and destigmatize a broad spectrum of mental health disorders , with an emphasis on sexual health and sexual abuse. Las Vegas Sun. The New York Times.